Iowa City Free Week 2026 Preview

February 16, 2026

Free Week returns to Iowa City from February 16-22, 2026! An expansive and sprawling celebration of the arts here in our town, with performances, workshops, screenings, and more, free for all! Here are our day-by-day highlights.

Comedy Review: I Was Not the Target Audience for Tom Arnold at The Englert

February 11, 2026

By Bailey Vergara

Tom Arnold hosted a show at The Englert Theatre on February 6th. Though Tom Arnold is an undoubtedly adept comedian, I found myself at odds with his material.

Interview: Sierra Hull

February 9, 2026

KRUI’s Logan Melia talks with Sierra Hull ahead of her stop at The Englert Theatre on February 12th with The Milk Carton Kids.

Oasis “Live 25”: The Gig of a Lifetime

February 5, 2026

There were many tours in 2025, but one stood out. On a weekend that housed five shows at Chicago’s Soldier Field, Oasis Live ’25 was the standout of the weekend, and of a lifetime.

A Night at The Englert with Joseph

January 29, 2026

Portland indie-pop duo Joseph made their way to The Englert Theatre as they tour their new record “Closer to Happy”

Interview: Jaret Reddick of Bowling for Soup

January 28, 2026

KRUI’s Logan Melia chats with Jaret Reddick, frontman of Bowling for Soup. Jaret talks about Warped Tour’s return, diving into setlist creation, and their biggest headlining gig ever at Wembley Arena.

Fresh Bread Film Review: Peter and the Farm

November 23, 2016

By Lily Goodman

Director, Tony Stone’s latest feature-length documentary, Peter and the Farm, is an exquisite character study of a small-time, organic farmer trying to navigate his present situation that is so deeply hindered by his past. Featured Image via Film Society of Lincoln Center

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The Trunk Movie Club: Young Frankenstein

November 18, 2016

By Andy Mitchell

From acclaimed filmmaker and comedic talent Mel Brooks comes Young Frankenstein, a classic, hilarious film spoof on the Frankenstein horror flicks of old. (Image via: MovieWeb)

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Fresh Bread Film Review: Mean Creek

November 18, 2016

By Lily Goodman

Introducing Fresh Bread Film Review, a column created by Lily Goodman dedicated to reviewing independent and lesser-streamed films. First up for analysis, Jacob Aaron Estes’ breakout film, Mean Creek. Featured Image via reelingreviews.com

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The Trunk Movie Club: The Big Sleep

November 10, 2016

By Andy Mitchell

Our first pick from the Trunk of Old Movies is The Big Sleep, a classic film of crime and mystery. (Image via: Alchetron.com)

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Watch and Talk: Scary Movie Month Part 2

October 26, 2016

By David Becker

We started off the month with genre horror films. Now we are moving into the movies that give you the best straight scares, just in time for Halloween. Image courtesy of avclub.com.

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Review: Man With a Movie Camera (scored by Alloy Orchestra); The Cabinet of Dr. Caligari (scored by MacMillan & Spengler) 10/05/16

October 9, 2016

Review of the Silent Film Double Feature: Man With a Movie Camera, The Cabinet of Dr. Caligari, each with a live score. Wednesday October 5, 2016

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Watch and Talk: Scary Movie Month

October 2, 2016

By David Becker

Grab a pumpkin spice whatever and start October off right with these recent sub genre horror films. Image courtesy of movies.com

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Watch and Talk: Are You Ready for Some Football?

September 18, 2016

By David Becker

With football on the brain, I look to compare some NFL teams with different modern movies, directors, and genres. Image courtesy of ranker.com.

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Watch and Talk: Don’t Breathe

August 31, 2016

By David Becker

Don’t Breathe continues recent studio success and crafts a thrilling and chilling horror experience. Image courtesy of bloody-disgusting.com

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Nostalgia: Jumping on the Carousel

August 10, 2016

By David Becker

Jump on the old carousel and take a ride back with the powerful engine of nostalgia. Image courtesy of nerdest.com

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